Sugarcane juice is great for recharging energy because it contains rich carbohydrates and iron. Sugarcane strengthens the stomach, kidneys, heart, eyes, brain and sex organs, a study has shown. In febrile disorders which cause fever, when there is a great protein loss, liberal intake of sugarcane juice supplies the body with the necessary protein and […]
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Africans have discovered a plant that is a major source of energy. Previously considered a worthless shrub, it is now known as Jatropha Curcas, the Cinderella plant. Studies have shown that Jatropha oil burns with a fifth of the carbon emissions of fossil fuels. What can we do to protect our environment? First of all, […]
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The west coast of the island stretches from the foreland of Le Morne to the Albion lighthouse. Not as wild as the south coast, this part of the island has retained its identity. However, the new integrated resort projects (IRS) that are on the increase in the region may gradually change the characteristics of this […]
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Mauritius is not just sand, sea and beautiful beaches. It is also the land of good food and beverages. With the emergence of the tourism sector, and the steady rise in tourist arrivals, the food and beverages sector has been constantly improving their services and products on offer.The Mauritian cuisine has evolved to blend the […]
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First and foremost, marronnage was a man’s thing, as men were more likely to undergo the hardships of marronnage. On the other hand, maroons were more likely to be stuck or trailing women, who might have children and weaken the chances of survival as a group. Femininity, on the other hand, was also considered a […]
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Their popularity urged their masters and authorities to offer prizes for their heads. It follows that Bellaca, one of the maroon leaders, had taken ‘possession’ of Le Morne and between 1797 and 1802, a proclamation was issued by the Colonial Assembly which offered to liberate any slave and his family who would help arrest Bellaca. […]
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Fashion, beauty and personal care are not new concepts. Mauritius developed the economic pillars Tourism and Textiles, and with both it was like a wakeup call to a sleeping tropical island. Today, resorts use elements in their marketing with spas, wellness centres and beauty salons. This development spills over into the local market where both […]
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In the shade of centuries-old orchards, the “Château de Labourdonnais”, built between 1856 and 1859 by Christian Wiehe and beautifully restored between 2006 and 2010, traces the footsteps of a family who lived in a bygone era. This privately owned estate known as “Domaine de Labourdonnais” was founded in 1774 and encompasses a magnificent 5540 […]
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The second room of the museum is named “A Highly Coveted Land”, and exhibits a wealth of original engravings, charts and artefacts highlighting the main stages of the island’s three successive periods of occupation, from the arrival of the Dutch in 1598 to the conquest of the ‘Isle de France’ by the British in 1810. […]
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This state-of-the-art museum is situated on the Caudan waterfront in Port Louis, and presents visitors with fascinating perspectives on Mauritian history and art. A visit to see this museum’s exquisite collection is a “must” for all! Founded by The Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB) in November 2001, the Blue Penny Museum exhibits exceptional items that have […]
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